Shields' footage garnered more than 121,000 views in the nine days since it happened. After some viewers called authorities, Solano County animal service officers and Fairfield police officers searched for Chin and the pug.

The man who shot the video told KCRA that this wasn't the first time he saw the woman abuse her dog. He said he's glad he caught it on camera this time.

Chin is reportedly hiding out in Vallejo and could face fines and jail time if convicted of animal abuse.

Authorities said they will have Ben the pug checked by a veterinarian once they find him.